Courtney Harding: Building the Future of Human Connection Through XR, Education, and Digital Agency

The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Srinivas Rao

Society & Culture

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 6 October 2025

⏱️ 59 minutes

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Courtney Harding, founder of Friends with Holograms and a leading voice in spatial computing, joins Srini to discuss the real-world applications and philosophical implications of immersive technologies like VR and AR. Drawing from her background in music journalism, activism, and public policy, she unpacks how virtual experiences are reshaping education, work, and socialization — especially for marginalized communities. Courtney challenges the common fear narratives around tech, advocating instead for thoughtful regulation, inclusive design, and greater human agency. From the classroom to the workplace, from social VR to AI-enhanced creativity, she explores how immersive tools can increase empathy, bridge physical divides, and elevate equity — when built with intention.

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